propose

verb

pro·pose prə-ˈpōz How to pronounce propose (audio)

proposed; proposing

intransitive verb

: to form or put forward a plan or intention

man proposes, but God disposes

obsolete : to engage in talk or discussion

: to make an offer of marriage

transitive verb

: to set before the mind (as for discussion, imitation, or action)

propose a plan for settling the dispute

: to set before someone and especially oneself as an aim or intent

proposed to spend the summer in Italy

: to set forth for acceptance or rejection

propose terms for peace

propose a topic for debate

: to recommend to fill a place or vacancy : nominate

propose them for membership

: to offer as a toast

propose the happiness of the couple

proposer noun

Example Sentences

The scientists proposed a new theory. The mayor proposed a plan for a new bridge. Several senators have proposed raising the tax. I propose that we revise the bylaws. They propose to buy a new house. How do you propose solving this problem? The chairman proposed the young executive as a candidate for promotion. See More

Recent Examples on the Web Any member can propose a show, and the proposals are voted on by the entire membership.

Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2022 At the annual gathering of the Regional Association IV Hurricane Committee of the World Meteorological Organization, which is part of the United Nations, representatives from any of the involved countries can propose retiring a storm name.

Rivka Galchen, The New Yorker, 8 Aug. 2022 Under the deal struck Tuesday, the commission can propose a shift to mandatory cuts, but enacting that would require countries’ approval.

Kim Mackrael, WSJ, 26 July 2022 Anyone can propose improvements when anyone can see the software, which assets are in the DAO’s treasury, & what the votes are.

Frederick Daso, Forbes, 25 Apr. 2022 Anyone—individuals, lobbyists, advocacy groups, and corporations—can propose a new emoji for free.

Anne Quito, Quartz, 31 Mar. 2022 As part of the Federal Aviation Administration's Reauthorization Bill, the FAA can propose up to $37,000 per violation in cases of unruly passengers.

Michelle Shen, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2022 The agency can propose fines up to $37,000 per violation, and one incident can yield multiple violations.

Natalie B. Compton, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Dec. 2021 San Francisco business owners propose civil disobedience.

Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2022 See More

单词	proposed
释义	propose verb pro·pose prə-ˈpōz proposed; proposing intransitive verb 1 : to form or put forward a plan or intention man proposes, but God disposes 2 obsolete : to engage in talk or discussion 3 : to make an offer of marriage transitive verb 1 a : to set before the mind (as for discussion, imitation, or action) propose a plan for settling the dispute b : to set before someone and especially oneself as an aim or intent proposed to spend the summer in Italy 2 a : to set forth for acceptance or rejection propose terms for peace propose a topic for debate b : to recommend to fill a place or vacancy : nominate propose them for membership c : to offer as a toast propose the happiness of the couple proposer noun Synonyms advance bounce offer pose proffer propound suggest vote See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences The scientists proposed a new theory. The mayor proposed a plan for a new bridge. Several senators have proposed raising the tax. I propose that we revise the bylaws. They propose to buy a new house. How do you propose solving this problem? The chairman proposed the young executive as a candidate for promotion. See More Recent Examples on the Web Any member can propose a show, and the proposals are voted on by the entire membership. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2022 At the annual gathering of the Regional Association IV Hurricane Committee of the World Meteorological Organization, which is part of the United Nations, representatives from any of the involved countries can propose retiring a storm name. Rivka Galchen, The New Yorker, 8 Aug. 2022 Under the deal struck Tuesday, the commission can propose a shift to mandatory cuts, but enacting that would require countries’ approval. Kim Mackrael, WSJ, 26 July 2022 Anyone can propose improvements when anyone can see the software, which assets are in the DAO’s treasury, & what the votes are. Frederick Daso, Forbes, 25 Apr. 2022 Anyone—individuals, lobbyists, advocacy groups, and corporations—can propose a new emoji for free. Anne Quito, Quartz, 31 Mar. 2022 As part of the Federal Aviation Administration's Reauthorization Bill, the FAA can propose up to $37,000 per violation in cases of unruly passengers. Michelle Shen, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2022 The agency can propose fines up to $37,000 per violation, and one incident can yield multiple violations. Natalie B. Compton, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Dec. 2021 San Francisco business owners propose civil disobedience. Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English, from Anglo-French purposer, proposer, from Latin proponere (perfect indicative proposui) — more at propound First Known Use 14th century, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1 Phrases Containing propose propose a toast propose marriage propose a toast propose marriage Kids Definition propose verb pro·pose prə-ˈpōz proposed; proposing 1 : to make a suggestion to be thought over and talked about : suggest 2 : to make plans : intend How do you propose to pay for a new bike? 3 : to make an offer of marriage 4 : to suggest (someone) for filling a place or position I proposed my teacher for the award. proposed 1 of 2 adjective as in alleged Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance alleged presumed supposed assumed presupposed hypothetical unproved unproven speculative theoretical conjectural untested theoretic moot conceptual debatable suppositional abstract academic academical metaphysical nonclinical nonpractical intellectual nonempirical Antonyms & Near Antonyms actual real practical clinical demonstrated defined confirmed factual definite established concrete tested validated distinct proven substantiated verified attested authenticated empirical empiric observational time-tested nonspeculative nontheoretical See More proposed 2 of 2 verb past tense of propose 1 as in suggested to set before the mind for consideration he proposed that we go for a walk this afternoon Synonyms & Similar Words suggested recommended posed offered voted proffered propounded presented put forward submitted advanced planned nominated put forth filed bounced tendered arranged mapped plotted calculated moved shaped lodged contrived trotted out framed laid covered charted 2 as in planned to have in mind as a purpose or goal we propose to buy a new house within the next year Synonyms & Similar Words planned intended contemplated hoped aimed designed meant tried purported calculated went wished looked purposed attempted considered figured on aspired meditated allowed debated dreamed pondered plotted endeavored achieved struggled accomplished performed effected dreamt executed schemed strove strived mulled (over)
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